7.2e - Ratios (Current Ratio) Flashcards

1
Q

What does current ratio measure?

A

Liquidity

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2
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Current ratio formula

A

Current assets / current liabilities

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3
Q

What does a current ratio of 1.5-2.0 suggest?

A

Efficient management of working capital

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4
Q

What does a current ratio below 1.0 indicate?

A

Cash problems

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5
Q

What does a high current ratio indicate?

A

Too much working capital

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6
Q

How can a business increase liquidity?

A
  • Decrease stock levels
  • Speed up collection of debts
  • Slow down payments to creditors
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